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OY08 YVC

2008 Volvo S80

Red Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

236,122 mi
Last recorded236,122 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2024
Typical for 2008 Volvo S8096,918 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY08 YVC
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2024 236,122 miles

Gearbox mounting defective ()

Pass 24 Mar 2023 230,118 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Sides (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 24 Mar 2023 230,118 miles

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Mar 2022 223,357 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Mar 2021 211,924 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2020 205,169 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 184,105 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2019 184,105 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Mar 2018 173,989 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 168,797 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2017 168,797 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Mar 2016 154,360 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 140,025 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 128,135 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 118,703 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Apr 2012 113,352 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 87,790 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo S80?

Based on 422,980 MOT tests across 31,257 vehicles.

73.3%
Pass Rate
7,037
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
31,257
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 16,357
position lamp(s) not working 13,908
Registration plate lamp not working 9,544
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 6,715
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 5,783
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OY08 YVC is a 2008 Volvo S80 in Red with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2008 Volvo S80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 96,918 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo S80 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 16,357 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OY08 YVC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo S80 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 18 years old, this Volvo S80 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OY08 YVC registered?

OY08 YVC is a 2008 Volvo S80, first registered on 23 April 2008.

Is OY08 YVC safe to buy?

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